2004 Ford Fiesta 1.4

[FuLL_MeT4L]

These cars engines can be reconditioned, for less than the cost of a service of some newer cars. So no need to worry.
Btw, just make sure they replaced the cambelt on that 117k km fiesta. The old service book states 160k km, but Ill rather do it on 100k.

I suspect you're right re the actual being 160k

 

[jUgg3rnAutZA]

Both the timing belt and water pump were replaced in 2013

 

[TremorAudio]

You can buy a 2010 or 2011 Ford Figo for R65 000 to R75 000, so if able to stretch your budget...

So that's a much newer vehicle with the same engine. Only thing you would miss out on is the electric windows (unless you can get the Trend version as opposed to the more available Ambiente).

The engine is technically the same, but less kw, 60, as apposed to the Figo. Torgue is higher though on Fiesta.

 

[TremorAudio]

I've owned a 2005, no issues. If its looked after and serviced well you should be good

I currently have a 2008 facelift. Same engine 2dr. High milage run around. At 200,000km had to replace the clutch master cylinder (R950 odd), replace this if it hasn't been done as it will go - Clutch pedal plastic rod normally breaks.

Engine coolant bottle cracks from age / heat - not expensive - also check this.

Cam belts have done every 120,000km and no water pump issues thus far. Not too pricey for normal service parts, brakes shocks etc.

 

[jUgg3rnAutZA]

I've owned a 2005, no issues. If its looked after and serviced well you should be good

I currently have a 2008 facelift. Same engine 2dr. High milage run around. At 200,000km had to replace the clutch master cylinder (R950 odd), replace this if it hasn't been done as it will go - Clutch pedal plastic rod normally breaks.

Engine coolant bottle cracks from age / heat - not expensive - also check this.

Cam belts have done every 120,000km and no water pump issues thus far. Not too pricey for normal service parts, brakes shocks etc.

Thank you. Very helpful.